Milligan Unveils New Ballad Health Simulation Lab on Campus

October 23, 2026 - 23:51

MILLIGAN, Tenn. (Oct. 23, 2026) - Milligan University revealed its new Ballad Health Simulation Lab on campus today, marking the start of Homecoming Weekend festivities. The facility was made possible by a $1 million gift from Ballad Health.

The simulation lab gives students hands-on training with realistic clinical scenarios. It includes advanced patient simulators and equipment designed to mirror real hospital environments. Nursing and health science students will use the space to practice decision-making, communication and technical skills before entering clinical settings.

University leaders said the lab strengthens the school's health sciences programs and prepares graduates for the demands of modern health care. The partnership with Ballad Health reflects a shared commitment to improving care in the region by investing in education and training.

The opening drew faculty, students, donors and community members. Visitors toured the lab during the Homecoming Weekend events and saw demonstrations of the simulation technology. Students described the space as a valuable bridge between classroom learning and real patient care.

The gift from Ballad Health supports Milligan's broader effort to expand health care education in the region. University officials said the lab will serve students across multiple programs and help address workforce needs in hospitals and clinics throughout the area.